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Temporary reservoir closures planned for the week of Aug. 31.

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE

UPCOMING CLOSURE: Visitors to Steptoe Valley and Kirch wildlife management areas should be aware of temporary reservoir closures planned for the week of Aug. 31. Weather permitting, Comins Reservoir at Steptoe Valley WMA and Adams-McGill Reservoir at Kirch WMA will temporarily close while NDOW crews conduct herbicide treatments targeting overabundant cattails and hardstem bulrush. The work will help improve habitat for waterfowl and shorebirds while also improving

Wild Horse Reservoir placed under a HAB Watch Advisory

Wild Horse Reservoir

by WILD HORSE STATE RECREATION AREA

Wild Horse Reservoir, located in Wild Horse State Recreation Area, has been placed under a HAB Watch Advisory due to a possible Harmful Algae Bloom. Visual assessments have indicated a possible bloom. These toxic algae can cause serious health issues for humans and animals. If you see water that looks discolored or smells bad, stay away. Pets should be kept away from all water bodies under a

Trout fishing remains fair to good in the early mornings and late evenings

Wild Horse Reservoir

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE

The boat dock has been removed for the season due to low water levels. Surface water temps are rising into the mid-to-high 70s. Algae is growing slower than past years, with decent visibility up to 4 feet. Water levels are down about 20 feet and will continue to drop. Rainbow trout, brown trout, tiger trout and wiper were stocked this spring. Trout fishing remains fair to

Jiggs Reservoir will likely go dry in the coming months

Jiggs Reservoir (Zunino Reservoir)

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE

Due to critically low water levels, most remaining fish were salvaged and transported to South Fork Reservoir. Jiggs Reservoir will likely go dry in the coming months.

The boat ramp and boat dock remain open despite low water levels

Wild Horse Reservoir

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE

The boat ramp and boat dock remain open despite low water levels. Surface water temps are rising into the mid-to-high 70s. Algae is growing slower than past years, with decent visibility up to 4 feet. Water levels are down about 20 feet and will continue to drop. Rainbow trout, brown trout, tiger trout and wiper were stocked this spring. Trout fishing remains fair to good in

Pulling the boat ramp dock tomorrow

Wild Horse Reservoir

by WILD HORSE STATE RECREATION AREA

!ATTENTION! Due to low, still receding, water levels. We will be pulling the boat ramp dock tomorrow, 7/24/26 and it will remain out of service until water levels rise next spring. The boat ramp will remain in operation, but waders are advised if you wish to stay dry while launching. Thank you, and stay tuned for more park updates - WHSRA staff

Due to low water levels that are expected to continue declining

Wild Horse Reservoir

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE

Due to low water levels that are expected to continue declining, State Park staff will be removing the dock at the boat ramp on 7/24/26. The dock will remain out of service until water levels rise next spring. The boat ramp itself will remain open. Surface water temps are rising into the mid-to-high 70s. Algae is growing fast and water levels are down about 20

Jakes Creek Report

Jakes Creek Reservoir (Boies Reservoir)

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE

As weeds take over the shorelines, anglers should access the middle of the reservoir with kayaks, float-tubes, etc. for better opportunity. Bass fishing has been good with fish in the 11-13 inch range being caught. Try soft plastics in darker colors with a little sparkle. Catfishing has been fair, with just a few fish in the 3-5 pound range being caught. Fishing for trout has slowed

Water levels are very low and fishing is poor

Jiggs Reservoir (Zunino Reservoir)

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE

Water levels are very low and fishing is poor. The reservoir will likely go dry in the coming months.

Fishing is still fair to good

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE

Fishing is still fair to good in the collection ditch for rainbow trout and tiger trout, with a few brown trout also being picked up. Fly anglers are reporting success with trout on nymphs like the copper john and gold-ribbed hare’s ear. With temperatures warming up through July, try switching to dry fly patterns. Small, flashy spinners like Panther Martins are the go-to for spin

Willow Creek Reservoir is extremely low

Willow Creek Reservoir

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE

Willow Creek Reservoir is extremely low with limited shoreline fishing available for anglers targeting crappie and catfish.

Surface water temps measuring 72 degrees

South Fork Reservoir

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE

Surface water temps measuring 72 degrees. Rainbow trout, brown trout, wiper, channel catfish and bluegill have all been stocked this spring. With the warmer weather, trout action is tapering off by mid-morning. In the early morning, try to match the insects that trout are rising for. Experiment with nymphs under and indicator or switch to your favorite dry fly pattern. As the day warms, fish

Shoreline fishing will be very difficult with the dense aquatic vegetation around the shoreline

Tonkin Reservoir

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE

Tonkin Reservoir is still accessible for float tube and kayak anglers but shoreline fishing will be very difficult with the dense aquatic vegetation around the shoreline. If anglers do visit Tonkin Reservoir they are encouraged to exercise care when fishing and handling fish due to the higher water temperatures. Special Regulations: Artificial lures only. Stream above reservoir is closed to fishing. Only boats without motors or

As weeds take over the shorelines, anglers should access the middle of the reservoir

Jakes Creek Reservoir (Boies Reservoir)

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE

As weeds take over the shorelines, anglers should access the middle of the reservoir with kayaks, float-tubes, etc. for better opportunity. Bass fishing has been good with fish in the 11-13 inch range being caught. Try soft plastics in darker colors with a little sparkle. Catfishing has been fair, with just a few fish in the 3-5 pound range being caught. Fishing for trout has slowed

The bass bite is on

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE

Fishing is still fair to good in the collection ditch for rainbow trout and tiger trout, with a few brown trout also being picked up. Fly anglers are reporting success with trout on nymphs like the copper john and gold-ribbed hare’s ear. With temperatures warming up through July, try switching to dry fly patterns. Small, flashy spinners like Panther Martins are the go-to for spin

Surface water temp is sitting at 75 degrees

Wild Horse Reservoir

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE

Surface water temp is sitting at 75 degrees. Algae is growing fast and water levels are very low. The boat ramp will be pulled as soon as the water drops to a level that is unsafe for use. Rainbow trout, brown trout, tiger trout and wiper were stocked this spring. Trout fishing remains fair to good in the early mornings and late evenings, with most catches

Bass fishing is good around the reservoir

South Fork Reservoir

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE

Rainbow trout, brown trout, wiper, channel catfish and bluegill have all been stocked this spring. With the warmer weather, trout action is tapering off by mid-morning. In the early morning, try to match the insects that trout are rising for. Experiment with nymphs under and indicator or switch to your favorite dry fly pattern. As the day warms, fish retreat from the shallows into the

Fishing has been good for stocked trout in the 9 inch range

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE

Fishing has been good for stocked trout in the 9″ range. Anglers are catching a mixed bag of cutthroat, rainbows and tigers. For bait anglers, green PowerBait or nightcrawlers are preferred. For fly anglers, try dry fly patterns in the warm mid-summer weather. Ant, mosquito and royal wulff patterns are some favorites.

Ruby Lake Fishing Report

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE

Fishing is still fair to good in the collection ditch for rainbow trout and tiger trout, with a few brown trout also being picked up. Brown Dike and Unit 21 have been producing fair to good fishing for bass, with 10-15 smalls per keeper. From June 15 through July 31 motorless watercraft and boats with battery-powered electric motors are permitted in South Marsh. Fishing should be

Trout fishing is good in the early mornings and late evenings

Wild Horse Reservoir

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE

Rainbow trout, brown trout, tiger trout and wiper were stocked this spring. Trout fishing is good in the early mornings and late evenings, with most catches measuring 12″-18″ and several over 20″. Nymphs under and indicator and dry fly patterns are preferred with warming temperatures. Spin casters will have luck floating PowerBait or worms just off the bottom. Bass fishing is good, with fish hanging

South Fork Reservoir Fishing Report

South Fork Reservoir

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE

Rainbow trout, brown trout, wiper, channel catfish and bluegill have all been stocked this spring. With the warmer weather, trout action is tapering off by mid-morning. In the early morning, try to match the insects that trout are rising for. Experiment with nymphs under and indicator or switch to your favorite dry fly pattern. As the day warms, fish retreat from the shallows into the

Spring stocking has been completed and Cave Lake has received 21,169 rainbow trout

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE

Water temperatures this week are sitting at 61F. Spring stocking has been completed and Cave Lake has received 21,169 rainbow trout averaging 8.9 inches. Anglers should expect to catch 8-to-11-inch rainbow trout and the occasional 9-inch brown trout. There are still a few large brown trout measuring over 20 inches in the lake that have carried over since the draw down of the lake for

Water temperatures this week are sitting at 65F

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE

Water temperatures this week are sitting at 65F. Comins Lake has received a total 5,210 rainbow trout averaging 9.2 inches and 7,061 brown trout averaging 9.3 inches. A total of 2,490 tiger trout were also stocked this spring averaging 9.7 inches in length. Shoreline fishing has produced mostly stocker-size rainbow trout and some tiger trout. There are still plenty of trout over 16 inches available,

Water temperatures are sitting at 64F and rainbow trout are very active right now

Illipah Reservoir

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE

Water temperatures are sitting at 64F and rainbow trout are very active right now. Numerous trout can be seen rising from the shoreline. The reservoir has received its full allotment of 5,584 rainbow trout averaging 8.9 inches. Anglers can expect to catch 9-to-12-inch rainbow trout and the occasional Brown Trout. Water levels have dropped rapidly in the last month, with the reservoir sitting at ~50%

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